"Offering free computer help, hints, and tips to the Internet populace." Now with over 3,820 tips!

Windows XP Upgrading

Check your Computer Manufacturer Website

SUMMARY: Why you should visit your computer manufacturer's website before upgrading to Windows XP.

When upgrading to Windows XP from an earlier operating system, you should first visit your computer manufacturer's website for possible hints and information on procedures to perform before the upgrade. You may find BIOS updates, device updates, or warnings about incompatibilities with certain hardware.

Note that depending on your manufacturer, age of your computer, etc., you may not find much help (see one of the other tips about certain Compaq computer models) - but it's worth a shot to check first.

Return to the Windows XP Upgrading page.

Print this tip


Get the Newsletter

Thanks For Sharing!



Newest Tips:

Microsoft Word 2010
Make Sure Others Can See Your Fonts Microsoft PowerPoint 2010
Animations or Video Displaying Poorly? Google Chrome
[MODIFIED] Report a Malfunctioning Web Page, Crash, or Other Issue Google Gmail
Show Unread Message Count as an Icon

Follow Us!

About MalekTips and the Author

The MalekTips website was created in 1998 by Andrew Malek of Envision Programming. The page's goal is to freely disperse computer-related tips, hints, and informative articles. Tips are organized to be easy to find, and are presented clearly, in easy-to-understand language. MalekTips also provides information and links to public-domain, open source, freeware, shareware, and commercial software available for download. < more >